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A tall glass of light orange juice with ice and ground black pepper

Mock Paloma

16 ounces

The Paloma is the national drink of Mexico. It’s a refreshingly simple drink with tequila, lime, and grapefruit. This mock version features grapefruit, lime, and a splash of tonic water for a tasty and nourishing seasonal sip without the alcohol.

Ingredients

  • 2 ruby grapefruits, peeled
  • 2 limes, peeled
  • 1 tablespoon agave
  • 4 ounces tonic water
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Garnish

  • Salt rim (Pink Himalayan sea salt + rosemary)
  • 1-2 wedges of lime

What you'll need

Directions

  1. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of each glass and dip it into the salt mixture. Set aside.

  2. Juice grapefruits and limes. Stir in agave syrup, adjusting sweetness to taste.

  3. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour enough juice to half-fill each glass.

  4. Top with tonic water and season with a twist of freshly cracked black pepper.